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Cottage In The Woods

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Exterior
Exterior
Room
Interior
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Brethren, MI
  • Place, Dickson Township Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Dickson Township Hall
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Eleanor
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Cottage In The Woods

Updated private cottage in the heart of the Manistee National Forest! Fully stocked!
Close to world class fishing, Lake Michigan, Manistee River, Bear Creek. Short drive to beaches, golf, skiing, vineyards, snowmobiling., hiking.....

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2133330vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Brethren

Located in Brethren, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Fawn Crest Golf Course and Northern Natural LLC are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Huron-Manistee National Forest. Looking to get your feet wet? Rafting, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Brethren, MI

What's nearby

  • Dickson Township Park - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Dickson Township Hall - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Lake Eleanor - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Manikawa Park - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Brown Township Hall - 10 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Traks Bar And Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Northern Natural Cider House & Winery - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Kozy Kitchen - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Scribner Outfitters - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪The Stockade - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage In The Woods pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Cottage In The Woods?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage In The Woods?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage In The Woods?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage In The Woods located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Dickson Township Park and Dickson Township Hall. Manikawa Park and Lake Eleanor are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 49 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage is very clean. Beautiful and serene location in the woods. The property owner was very easy to contact and quick with replies. Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This little cabin was wonderful! Our dog enjoyed himself. Weather could have been warmer, but that’s the way it goes. Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice cabin exceeded our expectations and look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean and well decorated, making it a comfortable and relaxing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful and cozy space nestled in the woods. We loved that we could bring our pup and the cabin had everything we needed for a home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this quiet, private cabin in the woods. It’s stocked with everything you need and enjoyable inside and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paiton P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such an amazing stay! Very private property, was amazing for the dogs to run. Still close to downtown Manistee. We went into town for lunch for days and had a great time. Everything was very clean and as expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot to find privacy and quiet, you cannot see any other houses around you. Would highly recommend if you are looking for a quiet getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long weekend getaway

Charming little place. Quite and woodsy. Went to celebrate my 60th birthday. Loved the area. Want to go back for the fall colors.
Arcadia look out
Indian Village
Manistee Suspension Bridge
The cabin and my dog
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

Very cute and updated property, nice and secluded but also close enough to lots of beach towns!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dion J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place

Great stay. Quiet. Loved the campfire.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rebecca

Had a wonderful relaxing and peaceful stay at the cabin...Enjoys the casino and nearby restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cabin

Clean, well stocked, comfortable bed. Pets welcome. 2nd stay. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Getaway

Our second time at this cabin. We absolutely love everything about this rental. Has everything you need and more for an enjoyable stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at the cottage in the woods. Was grateful to find such a great pet friendly option. The cabin was clean and nice with everything we needed. It was quiet and secluded which made for a relaxing stay. The lake and the Pine River were not too far of a drive and got to enjoy kayaking/hiking. Will definitely come back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cabin

This was a perfect place for a quick winter getaway. The cabin was spotless and had everything we needed. Cozy and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

It was a perfect little cabin for our relaxing getaway. Set up nicely for a chill weekend, perfect for a couple. Host was very responsive with any questions we had- would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Clint S.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I booked the rental and the owner never sent the key pad code. I had to look for a new place to stay that night. VRBO refunded my money but what a terrible experience. VRBO tried to contact owner with no response, I hope no one books this place it’s a scam
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2026
I sincerely apologize for the experience you had. I understand how frustrating it must have been to arrive without access. This was the result of an internal communication oversight, and I take full responsibility for ensuring every guest has a seamless check-in experience. The cabin is a well-established rental with many successful stays, and this situation was an isolated breakdown that does not reflect our usual standards. We have now implemented additional safeguards and automated systems to ensure all guests receive their access information with backup measures in place. I have reached out directly to you to make this right and truly regret the inconvenience this caused. Kindly, Karen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and Relaxing

Enjoyed our stay. Lots of great hiking and biking nearby, plus easy access to beaches and restaurants up and down the Lake Michigan coast. We wish our schedules would have allowed us to stay longer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall salmon!

So close to where we wanted to be. Nice property. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

The cabin was great. Worked for my wheelchair and was updated and clean. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ash J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fish camp

It was great thank you!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cabin

Beautifully furnished cozy cabin in the woods! Host Karen has thought of everything! Definitely would return. Highly recommend for a relaxing getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and cozy

My boyfriend and I enjoyed this cozy cabin for it's amenities and for being tucked in a secluded spot. We made the short drive to downtown Manistee for some shops and the beach. And we enjoyed the Bear Creek river access nearby for some kayaking/SUPing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Csbin in the woods

Very nice and fully outfitted
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Karen Noonan

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